Woman's Scarf
Original OwnerProbably originally owned by
Sarah Maria Mansfield
American, 1831 - 1914
Clothing MakerMade by
Unknown
Dateabout 1847
MediumHand-embroidered cotton
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (length x width): 24 1/2 x 44 1/2in. (62.2 x 113cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of Mary Means Huber
DescriptionWoman's neck scarf made of fine white cotton. It is shaped like a diamond with elongated ends. It folds in half along the bias, with the narrow ends in front. It is hand-embroidered in white thread with a floral design at one of the broad corners. The scalloped edges are finished with buttonhole stitching. Three dots are embroidered within each scallop.
Object number2002.92.3
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